A Hospital Where Digital Maturity Meets the Realities of Paediatric Care
Children’s and Youth Hospital Auf der Bult in Hannover
At the Children’s and Youth Hospital Auf der Bult in Hannover, digitalisation is not a buzzword—it’s the outcome of over 20 years of practical, continuous improvement. Dedicated entirely to paediatric and adolescent care, the hospital treats more than 50,000 young patients each year. Its choice of ORBIS, Dedalus’s Hospital Information System, adopted in 1999, has shaped a robust, tailored digital ecosystem that now serves as a model for similar institutions.
In a discipline where precision and responsiveness are paramount, the hospital has integrated more than 80 ORBIS modules into its daily clinical workflows. From neonatal ventilation management to complex medication dosing, the system adapts to the subtle demands of treating children and adolescents.
“We’ve built a system that fits the way we work—not the other way around,” explains Karen Krebs, HIS coordinator at Auf der Bult. “Thanks to ORBIS and our ongoing collaboration with Dedalus, we’ve managed to simplify our processes without compromising care. Today, other hospitals reach out to us to learn from our experience.”
A System That Adapts to Children’s Needs
Standard hospital information systems are rarely designed with paediatrics in mind. At Auf der Bult, the requirements are different: medication doses are calculated in micrograms, growth curves must be meticulously tracked, and critical data must move seamlessly between emergency, intensive, and chronic care units.
Rather than relying on disconnected tools, the hospital has opted for integration. With ORBIS, medical devices feed directly into the patient record, clinical notes and care plans are fully digital and structured, and decision-making is supported by a consistent, shared data environment.
Long-Term Vision, Measurable Results
The transformation did not happen overnight. It is the result of long-term thinking, a clear digital strategy, and a close partnership with the Dedalus team. Over time, Auf der Bult has introduced customised modules and developed specific features—such as digital percentile tracking and neonatal-specific documentation—to better reflect clinical reality.
Today, the hospital operates with minimal paper, enhanced data quality, and more fluid communication between teams. The result is not just greater efficiency, but safer, more precise care.